Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel, in Sagres, Portugal, has new “Active Winter” packages with sun, surf, biking, hiking, windsurf and golf built in – and all of that in Europe. The Western Algarve is known for its sun and mild temperatures all winter long. The region was recognized as “Europe’s Leading Golf Destination” and “Europe’s Leading Beach Destination” by World Travel Awards 2013.

With prices from about $231 per night (max. 2 adults, 1 child up to 12 and other up to 2 years), an Active Winter 5 Days package includes 4 nights in a Beach Room with buffet breakfast, one meal per day (lunch or dinner with 3 course menu, drinks are not included), one hour at the tennis court per day (equipment included) and Wi-Fi throughout the resort. Now that’s a deal, and Portugal is just 5 hours from the US.

The 8 - Day package, with prices from about $210 per night (max. 2 adults, 1 child up to 12 and other up to 2 years), includes 7 nights in a Beach Room with buffet breakfast, one meal per day (lunch or dinner with 3 course menu, drinks are not included), use of Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna at Finisterra Spa, and indoor/outdoor heated pool, one hour at the tennis court per day (equipment included) and Wi-Fi throughout the resort.